Gazez גָּזֵז
Grandson of Caleb through Haran
Who is Gazez in the Bible?
Gazez was a grandson of Caleb, the son of Hezron, according to 1 Chronicles 2:46. He was born to his father Gazez, who was himself the son of Haran, Caleb's concubine, making the younger Gazez a member of the tribe of Judah with lineage tracing back to Hezron. The biblical text provides no further details about his life, deeds, or descendants. His significance lies primarily in the genealogical record, where his name appears as part of the documented family line of Caleb, one of the most prominent figures in Israel's conquest of Canaan.
Biography
Gazez was a grandson of Caleb son of Hezron, born to Caleb's son Gazez (1Ch.2.46). His father, also named Gazez, was the son of Haran, Caleb's concubine. This makes the younger Gazez a great-grandson of Hezron and a member of the tribe of Judah. The text does not provide any additional details about his life or family.
Family
In Scripture
1 biblical book1 Chronicles 1 verse
- 1 Chronicles 2:46
"Caleb’s concubine Ephah was the mother of Haran, Moza, and Gazez. Haran was the father of Gazez."
Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | גָּזֵז |